Guide to motorhome and caravan cooking solutions
Embarking on the journey of selecting the ideal cooking solution for your leisure vehicle opens a world of possibilities. It’s not just about functionality; it’s about the experience of having the perfect kitchen on wheels to create the best possible memories. This buyer’s guide explains the different options available and provides expert advice for an unparalleled culinary journey.
Choosing your cooking appliance
Which cooker, hob or oven is best for you, depends on your personal preferences when it comes to cooking, on the type and lay-out of your leisure vehicle, and on the way you travel.
Considerations when choosing a motorhome cooker, hob, or oven
Consider the dynamics of your vehicle first. How many people will it accommodate and what’s the lay out like? These factors play an important role in determining what cooking appliance(s) you should opt for. Perhaps you want to have all the comforts of home but would a full cooker not fit a smaller RV, meaning that you are better off with a separate hob and oven solution.Consider the dynamics of your vehicle first. How many people will it accommodate and what’s the lay out like? These factors play an important role in determining what cooking appliance(s) you should opt for. Perhaps you want to have all the comforts of home but would a full cooker not fit a smaller RV, meaning that you are better off with a separate hob and oven solution.
Besides the lay-out of your vehicle and desired comfort level, your travel style demands attention. If you stay predominantly at fully-serviced sites with electric hook-ups, AC induction units are great. Yes, they demand a fair amount of power but do offer the most efficient way of cooking.
Now, if much of your leisure time will be spent off grid, you should consider a full gas appliance. Its modest voltage needs make it a perfect fit for your van’s DC battery and solar power setup, in combination with a LPG gas supply. And even without a 12v feed, manual ignition ensures your culinary voyage continues uninterrupted.
Types of motorhome and caravan cookers
Thetford cookers and stoves bring the comfort and convenience of your own kitchen to the campsite or RV park. There are several types of cookers available:- Cookers on gas
- Cookers with dual fuel electric options
- Cookers combining an oven, grill, and hob
Depending on your needs and lay-out of your vehicle, Thetford cookers are ready to prepare full meals in your home away from home.
Thetford cookers
K1520
The K1520 cooker offers options with gas or dual fuel electric options and increased grilling space for family cooking. This lightweight cooker combines the best of home cooking with the convenience of cooking on the go. The K1520 is approximately 10% lighter than similar cookers on the market.
- Includes grill pan kit and two oven shelves
- Gas or dual fuel version available (gas and electric)
- Lightweight design
K1540
The Thetford K1540 Mini Grill is a compact and stylish cooker designed for use in larger caravans, motorhomes, and campervans, combining a grill and hob functionality. The automatic gas shut-off for a safe and easy start to your cooking. The cooker has a sleek glass lid, allowing for an easy installation and a smart fit in your caravan or motorhome. The black design adds to its aesthetic appeal, and you can even grill with the lid closed over the hobs.
- Automatic lid gas shutoff
- Powerful gas burners
- Integrated grill, grill pan kit included
Triplex Cooker
Enjoy a versatile cooking experience with the Triplex. A combination stove, grill and oven, featuring solid and welded construction that eliminates rattling. Get the best of all worlds with a durable, lightweight and easy-to-clean design.
Caprice
Upgrade your cooking game on the road with Thetford’s Caprice 3 Burner caravan cooker. This compact and stylish unit combines an oven, grill, and hob for versatile cooking options. Its solid construction and five standard control knobs ensure reliability, while its ample size provides enough space for cooking a variety of meals for the whole family. Enjoy hassle-free cooking with the included multi-functional pan, detachable handle, and trivet. Perfect for caravans, motorhomes, boats, and campervans.
Types of motorhome and caravan hobs
Each Thetford hob has a carefully crafted design to ensure optimal ease and comfort while cooking. The ample space accommodates pans of various sizes and allows for easy access to knobs of standard household sizes.Thetford hobs
Topline 160
The Topline 160 series comprises recessed glass cooktops that come equipped with a glass lid to cover the hob burners, providing maximum utilization of the worktop space, giving the kitchen a clean appearance. The Topline 165 is a flush-mounted two-burner hob with a modern, clean look. The Topline 169 is a stylish three-burner hob that is flush-mounted and that gives the kitchen a sleek, clean, and modern appearance.
353 series
The Thetford 353 series combines three powerful gas burners and a deep 160 mm stainless steel sink with a ø35 mm water outlet. The burners have outputs of 1 kW, 1.5 kW and 2.4 kW, suitable for various cooking needs. The glass lid folds in two parts, making it easy to create extra work space. Designed for leisure kitchens, this combination offers a practical, robust and stylish solution. With space for larger pans and electric one-hand ignition, you will cook comfortably like at home. The low-maintenance design makes cleaning easy. The appliance is available in both a left-hand and right-hand version for maximum flexibility.
- Space-saving design: Glass lids provide extra work surface and a tidy look
- Versatile cooking: Three different output burners and space for large pans
- Practical and durable: Robust stainless steel design with easy electric ignition and maintenance
- Flexible positioning: Available in left and right version
Topline 900
Cook up a storm in your vehicle with the hobs from the Topline 900 series. With strong ceramic glass and a sleek, flat frameless design, this series delivers the top of the world cooking experience. Choose from single, double, or triple burner options, each offering modern looks and flexible cooking options.
Types of motorhome and caravan ovens and grills
Bake the most delicious bread in the morning, or organise a pizza party from the comforts of your leisure vehicle with the Thetford ovens and grills.Thetford ovens and grills
420 series
The 420 oven, for caravans and motorhomes, suits smaller kitchens thanks to its 420mm width. This high quality and versatile oven can be installed under a worktop, at chest height or mounted above Thetford slim fridges (all Thetford fridges that are 418 mm wide).
525 series
The 525 oven is designed to fit in. Its elegant jet-black design, minimalist controls and slim 525 mm profile ensure it elevates the appearance of any campervan, caravan, motorhome or marine kitchen. The width and design are made to suit Thetford’s latest fridges, with the same colour scheme and uniform dimensions. It also has a removable fascia that makes it easy to fit and maintain.
Duplex
Enjoy delicious meals wherever you travel with the high-quality Duplex oven and grill. Made with easy-to-clean stainless steel, this combination oven and grill is the perfect addition to your caravan kitchen.The Duplex runs on LPG gas and features two burners for the oven and grill, with a sleek black smoke exterior.
Midi Prima 3
Upgrade your cooking experience with this premium oven and grill. The Midi Prima is available in two models, the slim MK3 or the standard width MK4, ensuring there’s a solution for every kitchen. Get ready to enjoy stress-free and delicious cooking with the Midi Prima.
Midi Prima 4
Upgrade your cooking experience with this premium oven and grill. The Midi Prima is available in two models, the slim MK3 or the standard width MK4, ensuring there’s a solution for every kitchen. Get ready to enjoy stress-free and delicious cooking with the Midi Prima.
How to install a new cooking solution or replace parts?
The cooker, hob, or oven should be installed as per the manufacturer’s recommended installation instructions. Installation of a cooking solution should be done by a certified professional. Find a certified Thetford service centre in our dealer locator. Spare parts for all of the Thetford cooking appliances are available at your local seller of Thetford products.In the world of leisure vehicles, the possibilities of cooking solutions are endless. Yet, with due consideration to layout, comfort preferences, and travel habits, you will definitely make a choice that promises endless culinary delight on the road.
